Catalan Sheepdog has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

English Springer Spaniel has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Agile
Protective
Intelligent
Trainable
Loyal

Affectionate
Cheerful
Intelligent
Social
Alert
Energetic
Playful

Choose a Catalan Sheepdog if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

English Springer Spaniels are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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Ancient Times

1800s

Herding

Sporting (AKC:1910)
Gun Dog (UKC)

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Fawn
Black
Gray
Sable

Black
Brown
Red
White
Pied

Catalan Sheepdogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

English Springer Spaniels have medium-length coats.

A Catalan Sheepdog can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An English Springer Spaniel can have a litter of 10-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Catalan Sheepdogs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

English Springer Spaniels are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Catalan Sheepdogs are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

English Springer Spaniels typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Ectropion
Retinal Dysplasia
Seborrhea
Phosphofructokinase Deficiency
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Dental Problems

Cataracts
Diabetes
Corneal Opacities
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

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Eye Examination
Dental Examination
Physical Examination

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Hip
Elbow
Blood Test
Dna For Phosphofructokinase Deficiency
Heart

Catalan Sheepdogs are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

English Springer Spaniels thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Catalan Sheepdogs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

English Springer Spaniels need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Catalan Sheepdogs have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

English Springer Spaniels are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Catalan Sheepdog dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

English Springer Spaniels bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Catalan Sheepdog dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

While English Springer Spaniel dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard dogs.

Run, Hike, Play keep away, Chase, Hide & Seek, Off-leash, Dog Parks

Exploring, Sniffing, Walking, Running, Fetch, Run, Chase, Tug-of-war

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Catalan Sheepdog, it's at least 18 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For English Springer Spaniel, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Catalan Sheepdogs usually need at least 70 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most English Springer Spaniels usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Catalan Sheepdog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

English Springer Spaniels require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Ideally, Catalan Sheepdog should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

English Springer Spaniel should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Slicker Brush
Dematter
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 44-55 pound (20 - 25 kg) Catalan Sheepdog feed 3.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 45-50 pound (20 - 23 kg) English Springer Spaniel feed 2.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Catalan Sheepdog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of an English Springer Spaniel is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Catalan Sheepdog is between $63 - $84. This makes an average of $756 - $1008 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an English Springer Spaniel is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Catalan Sheepdogs are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

English Springer Spaniel is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Catalan Sheepdogs have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Catalan Sheepdogs are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

English Springer Spaniels make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Catalan Sheepdogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

English Springer Spaniels are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Catalan Sheepdogs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

English Springer Spaniels are highly friendly around strangers.

Catalan Sheepdogs are not known for being a highly playful breed.

English Springer Spaniels are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

The Catalan Sheepdog is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

English Springer Spaniels are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.